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Spring has come along with the time for detoxification of the body. Which are the best foods that help us to get back into good shape quickly and easily?

1. Lemons

This is the ultimate fruit with regard to detoxification, since it contains vitamin C which removes unwanted toxins. Your liver loves lemons, and therefore various diets offer hot water with lemon as the best detoxifying drink.

2. Spinach

When in difficulty, Popeye the sailor opens a can of spinach. However, you should prefer fresh spinach. It not only regulates blood pressure, but also supplies the body with oxygen, contributing to the smooth functioning of the intestines. It also slows the degeneration of brain cells and combats arthritis. Parallel to this, spinach has a preventive effect against colon cancer, oesophageal cancer, and ovarian cancer. It ensures good bone health and has antioxidant properties which fight against free radicals in the body. Spinach also contributes to glowing skin and hair.

3. Radishes

This is a super food containing high levels of potassium, folic acid, ascorbic acid, as well as magnesium, copper, calcium, riboflavin, and vitamin B6.

4. Pineapple

Besides being delicious, it will help you detoxify quickly. It contains vitamin C, minerals, fibre and enzymes which improve gastrointestinal function. It is low in sodium and cholesterol, and studies have included it in the list of foods which help us achieve our ideal weight. Therefore, be sure to include pineapple in your diet!

5. Artichoke

This is all you need for your detoxification. Furthermore, now it is in season, so do not hesitate to include it in your diet. It is a natural diuretic, which helps the digestion and improves the functioning of the gallbladder. It also relieves gastro-intestinal problems. An artichoke contains 85% water and therefore is associated with urinary tract health, while at the same time it is rich in fibre, protein, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc.

6. Green tea

It is no accident that green tea has found its place in most diets. It disintegrates fats, increases the rate of fat burning in the body and contains epigallocatechin which activates fat-burning genes, thus accelerating the desired weight loss.

7. String bean

It is no coincidence that it is called "the meat of the poor". It contains few calories, but at the same time a lot of nutrients - vitamins A, B and C, K, dietary fibre and manganese. It is also a good source of folic acid and minerals, iron, magnesium, calcium and phosphorus.

8. Asparagus

This vegetable is considered to be the aristocrat of vegetables and is a real weapon in your hands. It is a unique source of nutrients contributing to physical and mental health. It contains several anti-inflammatory ingredients fighting arthritis and asthma. It is known to have anti-aging properties and contains folic acid.

9. Garlic

You may associate it with tzatziki dip and its characteristic odour, but it is detoxifying, energizes and strengthens the immune system. If you consume it regularly, you will reduce your levels of cholesterol and blood pressure. It even fights bacteria and fungi, reducing the risk of infection and food poisoning from dangerous microbes.